Twins shortstop Jason Bartlett, who began a rehab stint Thursday with Class A Fort Myers, told manager Doug Mientkiewicz an hour before Friday's game he will retire, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. The 34-year-old finished his 10-year career with a .270/.336/.366 slash line, with 31 homers and 286 RBI in 892 games played.

Twins infielder Jason Bartlett did not begin his minor-league rehab assignment at Class A Fort Myers as expected Tuesday. Instead, Bartlett took part in an extended spring training game, as he continues to recover from a sprained ankle. A rehab appearance in a minor-league game will likely come next, assuming he avoids setbacks.